Ex-Texan Cierre Wood signed to Patriots’ practice squad

Former Texans running back Cierre Wood has been signed by New England and will join the Patriots’ practice squad.

Wood, 22, played in three games for the Texans this season, rushing three times for nine yards. The former Notre Dame standout joined the Texans as an undrafted free agent and made the 53-man roster during training camp.

Wood was placed on waivers Oct. 21. He was one of three players released for violating team rules prior to a road game against Kansas City on Oct. 20.